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GL62 BUW

2012 BMW 1 Series

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

75,585 mi
Last recorded75,585 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 BMW 1 Series67,597 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL62 BUW
MakeBMW
Model1 Series
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 75,585 miles

(Manufactures under trays fitted restricting inspection of components) (Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components) (Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation inside lamp (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust rattling inside

Pass 24 Jan 2025 70,003 miles

(Manufacture inner wheel arch cover fitted restricting inspection of components) (Manufactures suspension component covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

(Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

Manufactures undertray fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation inside lamp (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jan 2025 70,003 miles

(Manufacture inner wheel arch cover fitted restricting inspection of components) (Manufactures suspension component covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

(Manufactures sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

Manufactures undertray fitted restricting inspection of components Manufactures under body covers fitted restricting inspection of components)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation inside lamp (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 64,224 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/17 91w (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner steering arm joint - slight play ()

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

front washers - working but low pressure

Pass 7 Dec 2022 55,576 miles

Plastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas. engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2021 48,282 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

under trays and floor pans fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2020 41,224 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 35,130 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 27,778 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 25,125 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 23,222 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 20,797 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 1 Series?

Based on 985,320 MOT tests across 97,716 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
6,872
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
97,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,465
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,886
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4,140
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GL62 BUW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 BMW 1 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 67,597 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 1 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,465 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL62 BUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 1 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 1 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL62 BUW registered?

GL62 BUW is a 2012 BMW 1 Series, first registered on 21 December 2012.

Is GL62 BUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL62 BUW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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